News Briefs

In February, Dallas ISD sent two students from Gaston Middle School to compete in the regional National History Day contest. The theme for this year’s contest was “Triumph & Tragedy in History.” National History Day is a yearlong academic program focused on historical research, interpretation, and creative expression for students in grades 6-12. By participating in NHD, students become writers, filmmakers, web designers, playwrights, and artists as they create unique contemporary expressions of history. Rosa Rivas and Maribel Deleon won first place at regional in the Group Exhibit category with the topic “Keeping Passions Within Due Bounds: Shakespeare’s Triumph Through…

More than 500 volunteers spent their weekend installing new equipment and furniture, landscaping, and painting Alex Spence Middle School and Talented and Gifted Academy. The Day of Service hosted with the Church of the Incarnation brought $30,000 in upgrades and improvements to the campus. The event has been in planning since Principal Shanna Jones submitted a proposal in October.

A special Prep U Super Saturday and Parent Conference will celebrate all diverse abilities on April 13 at Skyline High School. Families can learn more about special education resources, as well as additional offerings and opportunities for all. Free health screenings, free vision screenings, free food, and parent workshops are among the activities. The first 300 families will also receive a special gift bag. For more information, contact the Dallas ISD Office of Family and Community Engagement at 972-925-3916 or at family@dallasisd.org.

Teachers have until March 29 to apply for a grant of up to $2,000 from the Junior League of Dallas that supports innovative teaching programs. All Dallas ISD educators are eligible to apply and the projects span all grade levels and subject areas. Go to www.jld.net/gfit/ to learn more about the Grants for Innovative Teaching program and to apply. https://thehub.dallasisd.org/2018/10/08/junior-league-of-dallas-grants-support-innovative-teaching-grants/